Keep the area clean and free from food debris
Ants are attracted to sugar and other sweet foods, so it’s important to keep the area around your sugar pot clean and free from any food debris. Wipe down countertops regularly and sweep up any crumbs or spills that may have occurred.
Store your sugar in airtight containers
Ants have a keen sense of smell and can detect even the tiniest trace of sugar. To prevent them from getting into your sugar pot, store your sugar in airtight containers. This will help to seal in the smell and keep ants out.
Use ant deterrents
If you find that ants are still getting into your sugar pot, you may need to use ant deterrents. There are several natural remedies that can help to keep ants away, such as vinegar, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Spraying these substances around your sugar pot can create a barrier that ants will not want to cross.
Create a physical barrier
Another way to prevent ants from getting into your sugar pot is to create a physical barrier. Place your sugar pot on a tray filled with water or use double-sided tape around the base of the pot. These barriers will make it difficult for ants to access the sugar.
Address the ant colony
If you’ve tried all of the above methods and are still experiencing issues with ants in your sugar pot, it may be necessary to address the ant colony directly. Locate the source of the ants and try to eliminate it by using ant baits or calling a professional exterminator.
